Pennsylvania is not only known for producing award-winning brews and wines, but also cider and distilled products, many of which are made with the agriculture grown right here in the Keystone State. Explore one of these cideries and distilleries while enjoying scenic views at the orchards and farms where they’re made.
Old Republic Distillery
Dutch Country Roads
York
Nestled in the picturesque town of Seven Valleys, Pa., Old Republic Distillery is York County’s first distillery since prohibition. Each of their products are made from local agriculture and are handcrafted for superior quality. Visitors can taste many of their unique spirits including Blackberry Vodka, Love Potion and Battlefield Vodka in the tasting room.
Philadelphia Distilling
Philadelphia and the Countryside
Philadelphia
www.philadelphiadistilling.com
Philadelphia Distilling is known for producing well-known spirits including Bluecoat Barrel American Dry Gin® and Penn 1681 Vodka. Opened in February of 2017 in the Fishtown neighborhood of Philadelphia, visitors can explore the new 13,000 square-foot distillery that includes a tasting room, restaurant, liquor store, event space and outdoor patio. Guided tours and tastings will be offered several times a week.
Blackbird Distillery
The PA Wilds
Brookville
Blackbird Distillery creates a variety of old-fashioned moonshine. With 25 varieties ranging from peach and pineapple to root beer and traditional American shine, there’s a taste for everyone to enjoy. Visitors can explore the distillery to sample various moonshines, as well as smoked meats made with their homemade pepper mixes and seasonings.
Jack’s Hard Cider
Dutch Country Roads
Biglerville
Jack’s Hard Cider is produced and canned by Hauser Estate Winery in Biglerville, Pa. Located eight miles from historic Gettysburg, visitors can explore Hauser Winery to taste Jack’s Hard Cider made from apples grown in Adams County. These one-of-a-kind handcrafted ciders are never from concentrate and create a great taste experience for cider lovers.
Frecon Farms’ Cidery
Philadelphia and the Countryside
Boyertown
Frecon's Cidery is a family-owned destination in Berks County, producing traditional cidery with locally grown apples from their family orchard. Visitors can enjoy picturesque views as they explore the cidery and sample the various blends of aromatic apples.
Maggie’s Farm Distilling
Pittsburgh and its Countryside
Pittsburgh
Visit Maggie's Farm Distilling to see products distilled from scratch in the copper potstill. In fact, they're the maker of Pennsylvania's first commercially available craft rum. Visitors can shop for bottles and even get a taste during cocktail hours Wednesday through Sunday.
Wyndridge Farm
Dutch Country Roads
Dallastown
Wyndridge Farm is a 77-acre property located in southern York County, featuring a renovated 120-year-old barn, cidery and brewery, along with a majestic tasting room. The farm is not only a craft beverage destination, but also York County’s first and only hard cider company. Wyndridge Farm’s ciders are made with high-quality apples that are grown in central Pennsylvania. Visitors can enjoy breathtaking views at Wyndridge Farm and tour the property to see why Wyndridge Farm was awarded the 2018 Small Business of the Year Award from the York County Economic Alliance.
Dad’s Hat® Distilling
Philadelphia and the Countryside
Bristol
Dad’s Hat® Distilling’s mission is to deliver classic Pennsylvania rye spirits that follow more than 200 years of American tradition, using locally sourced ingredients to distill their famous whiskey. Visit the distillery to see what goes into making this traditional spirit and why it’s recognized as “Craft Whiskey Distillery of the Year” in the March 2015 issue of Whiskey Advocate.
Big Hill Ciderworks
Dutch Country Roads
Gardners
Big Hill Ciderworks in Gardners, Pa., produces delicious ciders with locally grown apples including its Little Round Hop Summer Scrumpy and Barrel Aged. Located in the heart of Apple Country in Adams County, visitors can enjoy picturesque views while touring the cidery and tasting Big Hill’s various products.
Thistle Finch Distillery
Dutch Country Roads
Lancaster
Located a short walk from downtown Lancaster, Pa., Thistle Finch Distillery is located in the former Walter Schnader Tobacco Warehouse that was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1990. Visitors can have a unique experience by tasting a variety of house made infusions or by taking a tour of the distillery to learn how Thistle Finch makes their award-winning rye whiskey.
Federal Distilling, Stateside Urbancraft Vodka
Philadelphia and the Countryside
Philadelphia
Beginning October 2015, Federal Distilling joined the next generation of crafters with its debut of Stateside Vodka. Unlike most vodka, Stateside is made, small batch by small batch, using GMO-free grown corn and infusing it with oxygen and minerals before filtering it seven times.
Stoll & Wolfe Distillery
Dutch Country Roads
Lititz
Once home to the oldest distillery, Bomberger Distillery-dating back to 1753, Erik Wolfe and Dick Stoll reopen the doors to this historic distillery and name it their own-literally. Stoll & Wolfe offers distilling traditions dating back to 1753; each bottle represents collaboration across generations and traditions to preserve the history and future legacy of Pennsylvania Craft Whiskey. Stoll & Wolfe Pennsylvania Rye Whiskey also received a 95/100 "Extraordinary, Ultimate Recommendation" in the 2018 Ultimate Spirits Challenge.
Wigle Whiskey
Pittsburgh and its Countryside
Pittsburgh
Named after one of PA’s Western pioneering distillers, Phillip Wigle, this family owned distillery has been the most awarded craft whiskey distillery for four consecutive years by the U.S. by the American Craft Spirits Association. Wigle has won Best in Category Craft Rye Whiskey (2015), Best in Category Wheat Whiskey (2016), and Best in Category and Class Gin (2016 & 2018). The distillery is open for tours every Saturday and be sure to check out the all new Barrel Tasting Experience- guests will taste six exclusive products, experimental barrel-finished spirits, and a sneak peek of our innovation pipeline. Even take home a bottle from your favorite rye or bourbon barrel!